The 11th edition takes place this weekend at Palais des Congrès.

Starting this Friday, July 5th to Sunday July 7th, the 11th edition of Montreal’s own ComicCon is back in town. One of Montreal’s fastest-growing events saw its 2018 edition attract no less than 60,000 visitors.

This annual gathering is dedicated to comic book and sci-fi culture, and its undeniable influence on all of pop culture. The convention also celebrates related genres such as horror, manga/anime, toys, movies, video games and entertainment worlds.

ComicCon is like paradise when it comes to meeting your favourite actors, actresses, and creators, with over 50 guests and even more creators, from illustrators to motion capture specialists and voice actors.

What a lineup of Guests!

Guests of Honour include legends like William Shatner (Star Trek’s Captain Kirk) and Lou Ferrigno (TV’s original Incredible Hulk), as well as A-listers like Elijah Wood (Lord of the Rings, Sin City), and Tom Felton and James & Oliver Phelps of the Harry Potter movie series.

Local pride is in full display as always, with none other than our very own Georges St-Pierre, along with actor Benz Antoine (Death Race, Get Rich or Die Trying), Shawn Baichoo (Assasin’s Creed).

But don’t get the plot twisted: ComicCon’s not all about the actors, as it always serves as a platform to celebrate the creators. Those attending will get the chance to meet folks like Kevin Eastman, creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and legendary voice actress Paige O’Hara, widely known as Belle from Beauty and The Beast.

With over 200 activities over the course of three days, including panels, workshops, concerts, masquerade, improv, board games, screenings, autograph sessions, photo ops and so much more, there’s bound to be something for everybody.

Increasingly a family-friendly event, the Montreal Comiccon has activities for kids ages 12 and under, including Nerf battles and character face painting in the Family Zone.